National Hockey League

Ovechkin's 1,500th NHL game with Capitals 'testament to how bad he wants it'

Ovechkin, who was selected with the No. 1 pick in the 2004 NHL Draft, takes pride in having played them all with the Capitals. He and pitcher Walter Johnson, who played for Major League Baseball's ...

Ovechkin scores 899th goal as Capitals beat Blue Jackets 5-1 for 6th win in 7 games

Alex Ovechkin scored his 899th career goal and added an assist, and the Washington Capitals beat the Columbus Blue Jackets ...

Takeaways: Thompson Puts On Show, Ovechkin Moves Closer To History As Capitals Rout Jackets

The Washington Capitals found themselves in a fast-paced showdown with the Columbus Blue Jackets, and under siege early and ...

Alex Ovechkin Approaches 1,500 Games: A Testament to Longevity and Dedication

Alex Ovechkin is on the cusp of becoming the 24th player in NHL history to play 1,500 games, a feat that showcases not just talent but also resilience and consistency. "It’s pretty cool. Pretty ...

Is Alex Ovechkin playing today for Capitals vs Bruins in 2025-26 NHL season debut?

NHL season with the Washington Capitals, as fans and analysts watch closely to see how the legendary forward approaches the ...
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Not Connor McDavid or Alex Ovechkin, surprise Golden Knights star emerges as highest earner of salary cap era

Which NHL player is the highest earner of the salary cap era? It’s not Connor McDavid. It’s not Alex Ovechkin. It’s not even ...

America’s VetDogs Names Future Service Dog “Ovi” in Honor of NHL Legend Alex Ovechkin’s Record-Breaking Career

Ovechkin meets his namesake puppy, “Ovi,” who will train with America’s VetDogs to serve a veteran or first responder. Alex ...

Alex Ovechkin Has A Designated ‘Subway Guy’ Who Fetches Him His Go-To Meal Before Road Trips

Many professional athletes are creatures of habit who rely on routines that border on superstition to try to stay in a groove ...